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Registration for 2016 Disney Princess Half Marathon Weekend Opens July 14

Runners take your mark! Registration for the 2016 Disney Princess Half Marathon Weekend presented by Children's Miracle Network Hospitals opens Tuesday, July 14 at noon ET at runDisney.com. The Princess Half Marathon Weekend is February 18-21 at the Walt Disney World Resort.

Special Merchandise Events Planned at Walt Disney World Resort this Month

The Walt Disney World Resort has announced the special merchandise events for the month of July and they include two different fragrance events in Epcot, several artist showcases, and even a chance to learn more about the newest Precious Moments doll collection.

Walt Disney World Resort Has Fun Options for Dads on Father’s Day

If you're thinking about spending Father's Day at the Walt Disney World Resort with your dad, you'll find more than just four theme parks for fun and adventure. From fishing to golfing to dining and yes, even a spa day for dad, there's something for every dad.

New Retailers and Restaurants Announced for Disney Springs

A slate of high profile, nationally recognized retailers is coming to Disney Springs including Lilly Pulitzer, PANDORA, and Tommy Bahama. A total of 13 new tenants was recently announced by Walt Disney World Resort, including eight retail stores and five new restaurants.

Next Phase in Disney Springs Transformation is the Town Center Area

As Downtown Disney continues to be transformed into Disney Springs, the next phase of the project is the Town Center. This new district is currently under construction in an area that was used for guest parking and will be home to many nationally-recognized retail shops, including large-scale retail stores.

Jock Lindsey’s Hangar Bar Opening at The Landing in Disney Springs this Fall

The Landing in Downtown Disney (soon to be Disney Springs) will be home to Jock Lindsey's Hangar Bar this fall. And if you're asking yourself "who is Jock Lindsey?" we have the answer. Jock is the pilot for Indiana Jones and he has a pet snake named Reggie.

Ghirardelli Ice Cream & Chocolate Shop No Longer Selling Products with Peanut Butter

The next time you're craving a peanut butter and chocolate sundae at the Walt Disney World Resort you'll find one less place to indulge. The Ghirardelli Ice Cream & Chocolate Shop at Downtown Disney has stopped using peanut butter as an ingredient in sundaes, chocolates, or as a topping.

New Alex and Ani Designs Coming to Disney Parks this Spring

A couple new collections from Alex and Ani are coming to the Walt Disney World Resort this spring, and one special collection is debuting at Disneyland Resort for the 60th anniversary celebration. If you're looking to add to your Alex and Ani collection or if you're thinking of buying your first Disney Alex and Ani bangle, read on!

The Boathouse,New Signature Dining Location, Now Open at Downtown Disney

The newest signature dining location at the Walt Disney World Resort is now open. The Boathouse: Great Food, Waterfront Dining, Dream Boats , located at The Landing in Downtown Disney, was built over the water and features seating for 600 guests. The restaurant is also home to rare boats and an all-new guest experience, Amphicars.

Walt Disney World Resort Announces April Merchandise Events

Spring has sprung at the Walt Disney World Resort and to celebrate there's a brand new slate of special merchandise events planned for April. The events include artist meet-and-greets, new Disney pins, a Trading Night, and special Earth Day events at Disney's Animal Kingdom.

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Introducing The Vivoli Gelateria at Disney Springs

It's been hot here the past week, hot, and wet - which only reminds me that I wish I was in Disney World! That humid morning air and the fresh scent of greenery hanging in the air, it's absolutely one of my favorite Disney memories. Yet when it's hot like that I usually only have one thing on my mind - Ice Cream - and Disney never let's me down. In fact, they're just opened and brand new place to pick up a dish of some icy cold, creamy, gelato.

Souvenir Shopping Tips for Walt Disney World

Shopping - we do it every day at home, but somehow, on vacation it turns into a marathon activity in a league of its own. I love finding just the right souvenir on my gift list and Walt Disney World offers a little something special for a wide range of people.

Sprinkles Cupcakes Slated To Open Location At Disney Springs

Big City dwellers have been enjoying Sprinkles cupcakes for well on ten years now, since they first opened their doors, but for those of us out in the boonies a luscious bite of that cupcake delight has been a little harder to come by. Soon, Guests of the Walt Disney World Resort will be able to get a taste of the sweet life when Sprinkles brings a brand new location to Disney Springs.

London, Paris, New York - Disney Springs? Why Disney's Vacation Shopping Destination Makes Sense

The construction projects at Downtown Disney continue on throughout 2015 as the shopping, dining, and entertainment district is reimagined and slowly becomes the new destination of - Disney Springs. As with any time Walt Disney World undergoes a major renovation to a classic part of the Resort, the changes at Downtown Disney have been met with controversy.

Dockside Margaritas To Open in Downtown Disney Marketplace April 23rd, 2015

With all the construction going on in Downtown Disney fans have had to do without sunny sips from their favorite "grab and go" Margarita Bar. Well fans, be sad no more because on April 23rd Dockside Margaritas opens up in the Downtown Disney marketplace.

Disney Tagalongs Are Fun New Friends That Share The Magic

When it comes to Disney shopping, I must admit I'm a big kid. Last year on the Disney Parks Blog, Steven Miller showcased one of the cutest new Disney Toys I've seen in awhile - the Tagalongs! Tagalongs are little character toys that easily ride around on your shoulder using a magical, magnetic power disc. When we arrived at Walt Disney World last month, I was on the hunt for one of my own.

Even More Reasons To Love Disney's Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa

There are so many beautiful resorts at Walt Disney World, it can be hard to choose which one is right for your vacation, that's just one of the reasons our "5 Reasons" series is so popular with readers. In 2013 we published an article titled 5 Reasons To Love Disney's Saratoga Springs Resort and Spa. I just returned from a fantastic stay at this resort and had to share with you why it's still on point.

Indulge in Sweet Smelling Luxury With Florida Bath Co. At Disney Springs

Now that the Village Causeway is open in Downtown Disney, guests are beginning to get a better feel for the genesis of Disney Springs. This attractive pedestrian bridge not only offers a convenient and scenic bypass around the Marketplace, but offers guests a little bit of shopping while they stroll. There are four home-grown kiosks placed here that offer Florida local products for
sojourner to enjoy.

Top 10 Things to Do at Walt Disney World Resort without a Theme Park Ticket

There are so many things to do in the theme parks during your Walt Disney World vacation that it's easy to forget about all the fun things you can do outside the parks. Planning non-theme park fun is easy and it might even save you some money since you don't need a park ticket to have a magical time.